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Annie
Pronounced AN-ee /ˈæn.i/High
Meaning: Grace, favor; diminutive of Anne/Anna, from Hebrew Hannah via Greek and LatinHigh
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Annie is an English diminutive of Anne, which derives via Latin Anna and Greek Anna from the Hebrew name Channah (Hannah), meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' Anne and Anna were among the most popular names in medieval Europe, partly due to veneration of Saint Anne, the traditional mother of the Virgin Mary. Annie emerged as a standalone name in the 19th century.
Annie was a top-100 name in the United States from the 19th century through the early 20th. It dipped through the mid-20th century before rebounding in recent decades. The enduring popularity of the musical Annie has kept the name vivid in popular culture. It now ranks among the top 100 U.S. girls' names again.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Annie Leibovitz (b. 1949)American portrait photographer famous for her iconic celebrity photographs.
- ★Annie Oakley (1860–1926)American sharpshooter who starred in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Annie mean?
Annie is a diminutive of Anne/Anna, from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor.'
How do you pronounce Annie?
Annie is pronounced AN-ee (/ˈæn.i/) — two syllables with stress on the first.
Is Annie a boy or girl name?
Annie is used almost exclusively as a girl's name.
How popular is Annie?
Annie has been a top-100 U.S. girls' name historically and has been revived in the 2010s and 2020s.